Jackie Myers Trio

Settle in for a lush night of modern jazz as the Jackie Myers Trio takes over the cozy underground vibe of the Swift Building at 315 Congress on May 24th, 2026 at 8:00 pm.

• Hometown homecoming: Jazz pianist, composer, and vocalist Jackie Myers is back in Austin, the city where she cut her teeth on the indie touring circuit before relocating to Kansas City. This show feels like a reunion between an artist and the town that helped shape her sound.

• A seriously seasoned bandleader: Jackie isn’t just a club regular—she served as music director and pianist for the nationally syndicated jazz radio show “12th Street Jump”, taped live in Kansas City until 2020. Expect the kind of tight arrangements and quick musical instincts that only come from leading a band week after week in front of live audiences.

• Kansas City chops, Austin soul: Since 2017 she’s been a fixture of the Kansas City jazz scene, holding residencies at standout venues like Green Lady Lounge, Chaz on the Plaza, and Corvino Supper Club. Her sets weave together timeless jazz standards with her own compositions, balancing familiar melodies with fresh surprises.

• Spotlight on her acclaimed album: Jackie’s recent release, “What About The Butterfly”, made waves on national jazz radio, spending five weeks in the Top 50. DownBeat Magazine’s Martin Longley describes the music as “mostly dreamlike and yearningly silken,” which hints at what you’ll hear live: elegant harmonies, cinematic textures, and tunes that drift between tender and adventurous.

• Why you’ll want to be there: This trio setting is where Jackie’s artistry really shines—nimble piano lines, expressive vocals, and the kind of interplay with bass and drums that only comes from seasoned improvisers. It’s the perfect show whether you’re a hardcore jazz head listening for every chord substitution or just looking for a warm, sophisticated soundtrack to your evening.

• Vibe check: Think intimate, low-lit jazz club energy: clinking glasses, murmured conversations, and a band close enough that you can watch every musical conversation onstage. This is the kind of night where one set turns into two and you lose track of time in the best way.

• Make it a night out: Come early to grab a seat, settle in, and let the trio take you on a journey from classic jazz tradition to modern, boundary-pushing originals—all anchored by Jackie Myers’ rich, expressive playing and compositional voice.

If you’ve been craving live jazz that’s both sophisticated and deeply inviting, the Jackie Myers Trio at the Swift Building is the kind of show you’ll be talking about long after the final notes fade.